Under The Sea Diving in Costa Rica offers guided diving excursions along the Pacific coast of Guanacaste — from Tamarindo to Playas del Coco — showcasing the region’s diverse underwater world. The team prioritises safety, environmental protection, and personalised care in small groups, ensuring both beginners and experienced divers have an enjoyable experience.
Basic Offers
The programme caters to beginners and certified divers and typically includes services such as boat transfers, rental equipment, and refreshments. Common formats offered include:
- Discover Scuba Diving: Pool or shallow-water training followed by two accompanied dives — ideal for beginners without certification.
- Fun Dives for certified divers: Guided dives at nearby sites with experienced guides in small groups.
- Refresher courses (e.g., PADI ReActivate): Compact programmes to refresh knowledge and skills before returning to diving.
- Private tours and multi-day options: Flexible bookings for divers seeking more intensive programmes or customised excursions, including 2- or 3-tank options.
Diving with Sharks — The Special Experience
The shark dive offerings focus on dive sites with regular shark sightings and are particularly appealing to experienced divers. Destinations like the Bat Islands (Islas Murciélago) are known for larger shark gatherings and are considered a highlight for encounters with various shark species. The tours are accompanied by skilled guides who provide information on species, behaviour, and safety rules before the dive.
- Contents of a Shark Dive: Full-day equipment, typically two dives, drinks and snacks on board, small groups, and expert guidance. An Open Water certification is required at minimum.
- Bat Islands: Optional as 2- or 3-tank days with higher chances of encounters with sharks, manta rays, and large schools of fish — more suitable for advanced divers.
- Experience character: Encounters are never guaranteed, as wildlife is unpredictable; however, experienced guides minimise risks through thorough briefings, positioning, and behaviour in the water.
Safety & Environmental Protection
Safety and responsible behaviour towards the underwater world are paramount on all tours. The staff conducts precise briefings, works with certified equipment, and limits group sizes to avoid disturbing marine life. Many providers also support local conservation projects and promote responsible diving.
